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CARE INSTRUCTIONS
It takes an extraordinary 14 step process to create a single piece of Maiolica. From the time the fine Italian clay is prepared for turning, it will go into the kiln two different times to be fired; once before it is hand-painted, and once after it is hand-painted. Each firing takes 18 hours to cure the Maiolica as the kiln must reach a temperature of 2000° Fahrenheit and then cool to room temperature without cracking or destroying the Maiolica.
To preserve the life and quality of handmade, handpainted maiolica, we recommend the following for the proper care and to ensure you will enjoy your Maiolica for years to come:
- Before filling with hot foods or liquids, temper your maiolica with hot tap water.
- When filling a mug, a metal spoon placed inside will dissipate the heat.
- Avoid applying pressure to the maiolica with sharp knives or utensils as this may cause scratches.
- Maiolica is dishwasher safe at normal settings.
- Maiolica is NOT safe for use in microwave or conventional ovens. Use in microwave ovens will accelerate the appearance of crazing.
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